Haag set for jury trial in solicitation of murder case

Brian Keith Haag, 41, of Petoskey, who is currently serving 10-40 years in prison for drug and weapons charges, is set to face a jury trial in September for an unrelated charge.

A Petoskey man, who is currently serving 10-40 years in prison for drug and weapons charges, is set to face a jury trial in September for an unrelated charge.

Brian Keith Haag, 41, was arrested June 7 by the Emmet County Sheriff’s Department for allegedly attempting to solicit the murder of his 21-year-old girlfriend, Maribeth Ann Lauer of Pellston, while in the Emmet County Jail awaiting sentencing for a prior case.

According to an affidavit in 57th Circuit Court, Haag became angered when he learned that his girlfriend had agreed to testify against him; as a result, he allegedly asked other inmates if they, or someone outside the jail, would “kill” Lauer in exchange for $5,000.

Haag has been charged with one count of homicide - solicitation of murder, a life felony; as well as habitual offender - fourth offense, which could enhance his maximum penalty up to life in prison.

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He is now set to face a two-day jury trial, Sept. 20-21, in circuit court.

Christina Rohn

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Brian Keith Haag, 41, of Petoskey, who is currently serving 10-40 years in prison for drug and weapons charges, is set to face a jury trial in September for an unrelated charge.